A summary of our local activities in 2026
The EU stands united in its solidarity with Ukraine and will continue to support Ukraine and its people
NextGenerationEU is a more than €800 billion temporary recovery instrument to help repair the immediate economic and social damage brought about by the coronavirus pandemic
In a changing world with new challenges, the European Union is focused on staying competitive and prosperous. We're working hard to maintain our leadership globally and to make sure we have control over our own future. Therefore Europe needs to look further ahead and set out how to remain...
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Today, the European Commission sets out a new strategy to combat trafficking in human beings.
Statement by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with President Costa following the meeting of the European Council of October 2026
Today, the European Commission disbursed €2.86 billion to Ukraine, for drones, air defence systems, missiles, radars, electronic warfare systems and ammunitions.
European businesses rely increasingly on artificial intelligence (AI). That is what the results of the latest Eurobarometer survey showed, published today.
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Get the facts on some of the most common myths circulating about the EU.
Europe's strength lies in its people! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Larnaca to celebrate Europe Day 2026. Watch highlights from the day here.
The EU Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community has contributed to education, economic development, cultural heritage, and reconciliation efforts across Cyprus, bringing communities closer together and investing in the future.
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Ireland holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the second half of 2026, from 1 July to 31 December 2026.
Costas Kadis, European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans
A network of EU local councillors, working together to communicate on EU-related topics
On 18 July 2024, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who was elected for a second mandate, presented to the European Parliament her Political Guidelines for the next European Commission 2024-2029.